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branch out

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌbræntʃ ˈaʊt/ · UK /ˌbrɑːntʃ ˈaʊt/

branch out means: To begin doing new kinds of work or activities beyond what you usually do.

verb

TRY NEW ACTIVITIESB2

To begin doing new kinds of work or activities beyond what you usually do.

  • I want to branch out and try painting.
  • The company branched out into online teaching last year.
  • After writing novels, she is branching out into films.

How to use it: branch out into something (The bakery plans to branch out into catering.)

Similar words: diversify, expand

Common phrases: branch out into something, branch out beyond something, branch out creatively

SPREAD INTO BRANCHESB2

To spread outward from one point into several parts or paths.

  • The roots branch out in every direction.
  • Several smaller roads branched out from the main route.
  • Watch how the lines branch out from the center of the diagram.

How to use it: branch out from something (Several paths branch out from the main road.)

Similar words: branch, spread out

Common phrases: branch out from something, branch out in directions, branch out widely

Questions about branch out

What does branch out mean?

To begin doing new kinds of work or activities beyond what you usually do.

What is branch out in other languages?

Türkçe: yeni alanlara yönelmek · Español: diversificarse · Français: se diversifier · Deutsch: sich diversifizieren · Italiano: diversificare le attività · 日本語: 活動の幅を広げる

How do you pronounce branch out?

In American English /ˌbræntʃ ˈaʊt/; in British English /ˌbrɑːntʃ ˈaʊt/.

How do you use branch out in a sentence?

I want to branch out and try painting. The company branched out into online teaching last year.

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